The coffee houses of Old Damascus are something to experience. Hours can dissolve over a cup of shay tea or ahwa coffee amongst the smoke of a nargileh water pipe . An-Naufara which means 'The Fountain' is a wonderful place to do this its just east of the Ummayad Mosque. There is even a Hakawati a traditional story teller present at 7PM most nights.
If you are craving a European coffee, head for Abu Rommeneh street and look for the Bennetton clothing store. There are a number of fancy cafes in the area, including the Middle Eastern chain Inhouse Coffee, which is very much like Starbucks in its prices and atmosphere. A large latte or cappuccino will set you back 135 SP. Free Wi-Fi is offered at each location throughout the city.
Apart from that, many bars and nightclubs have been set up in Damascus for many people to enjoy. These usually crowd up at night time, but they still guarantee nice alcoholic beverages and dances.
Clubs in Damascus that aren't all prostitutesaround Bab Sharqi:La Serai, La Vida Loca
